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Friday, 28 September 2012

Good behaviour, a storm and bye bye Bubba

A few things today.

First I want to show you what well behaved pups us wire-haired fox terriers can be.

I'm not saying always are, just can be, mind.

So in this wee movie you will see how I come back when called, even when out on a forest walk in Glen Tanar where there are lots of exciting smells. Then I pose patiently in a scenic spot by the Water of Tanar, before, further down river, again demonstrating my obedient recall. Finally I show that I am quite capable of playing nicely in Duthie Park with irritating little dogs, despite it being first thing in the morning (as you might guess from the low light levels and blurry pictures in this bit).

Sit back and enjoy!

Secondly, I want to tell you about a big storm that hit Aberdeen this week.

Some of you will have already seen this video, which was on the BBC, but if not, it's worth watching to the end so see what some poor spaniel had to put up with on his morning walk.

Finally, Gail and I want to say how sad we are that this week our dog blogging community lost one of its finest and most distinctive characters. I don't think we ever once saw a post by our friend Mango (the Relentlessly Huge) that did not make us smile - if not collapse on the floor in hysterics - and brighten our day. Thank you so much Mango and your wonderful Momma for all the fun and memories.

Howdy Bertie, you were excellent little mate. We thought you were going to trick your Gail at first cause we thought you weren't coming back. Mum went squeeee when you sat and wagged your tail. We loved Uncle Mango too and he always made us smile and laugh. Take care. No worries, and love, Stella and Rory

Aw I'm glad you didn't get all foamy, although that spaniel seemed to be enjoying it! Your video was so lovely, what a cutie you are.I'm so sorry to hear about Mango, the second poor blogging pup that's gone this week, sad times :( xxxx

Hi Bertie. Love the video of you, aren't you good off the lead. Mom lets me off for a very short time but Tess no way, she has her head down and ears turned off mom says she would make a good ratter :)Yes we did see the foam storm what a mess, glad you came through it ok.I was in shock about Mango. He is running around waiting for us to all join him one day.Have a Good WeekSee Yea George xxxxPS mom bought the magazine with Gails write up in, Tess will be barking about it later in the week :)

Bertie... you will NOT believe this ... butt I already KNEW about the big storm and all the FOAM that washed and blew up because of it. It was told about and SHOWN on our Nightly NEWS!!! I was all excited beclaws I was SURE I would SEE YOU.. butt I didn't. I guess you were all covered with the Foam or somethingy.

Hmm....we never know what we will find here, Bertie. We have several observations. First of all, ARE YOU OUT OF YOUR MIND???? How in the world to all the dogs in the UK come when called. Or want to? ALL you got out of that was a well done, little chap? Not like a STEAK? We would never ever come. Actually, if Mumsie goes out in the yard and she brings a bag of cookies and rattles the plastic cover, we MIGHT come. But they have to be really good cookies. Secondly, you stay on that tiny little trail when you could be in the stream? WHY? Gail sounded a bit out of breath...was she chasing you dear boy???

As for the foam; huh? Really? It looked like Mango took a bubble bath and it splashed down from Heaven. Actually, I'm pretty sure that's correct even if the dates don't mesh up. I know your all science and that, but I'm pretty sure those SUDS had something to do with Mango. Oh, I miss him. Actually, Mumsie's going to start crying again so I have to stop with the Mango musings. She wore out the kleenex box.

Hi Bertie.... I was worried when you took a long time to "come" first up..... we were in "suspenders" here - But you made it!! Well done. I'm also allowed off leash where there are no roads. I'm fairly good.

Oh I saw that Foam Storm on our news..... and I was looking for you.... I'm glad you made it through OK!

I'm so sad about Mango - we went and said some things to his mum to try and make her feel a little better.

I have seen some of the footage of the 'flooding' in the UK. (Especially York) I'm glad to hear that you are safe, my friend. I must also say that I am most impressed with Bertie's recall. I wish I could get Toby to do that... :)Just LOVE Bertie's wagging tail...adorable!

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Bertie, you take the best walks!! Our recalls are pretty good. Mom says something about being a responsible owner epecailly of big dogs. Whatever. Nice job not chomping that annoying little dog at the park.

Bertie, need I remind you that you are a TERRIER and as such, one does not just come trotting along with the first call, no!!! First we must see what treats are being offered--a biscuit, some bacon, a new tennis ball? Remember, for us TERRIERS, there are no commands, only suggestions! Sure, let Gail know you'll "come"...when you feel like it, just not right now. As for that foam, holy smokes! Who put a whole bottle of detergent in the washing machine! We've seen little foam "floats" at the beach but never stuff like that!

We had the same thought as Petey. We know the Scots are famous for being bonny housekeepers, but to put detergent in your Sea to wash it clean is really going a bit far. For one thing, it will kill the fish. Glad those tree limbs didn't do you any damage. Last big storm we had, a smallish [3" diameter] limb impaled our roof all the way through to the attic.

About Me

Hi, I'm Bertie, a wire-haired fox terrier pup. I live with Gail in Aberdeen, Scotland. An old Westie called Hamish used to live here but he died on 18th February 2010 (exactly the same day I was born). People tell me that he used to have a blog and that I have big pawprints to fill. That's a bit too much responsibility for a very young puppy - and anyway, I intend to make my own mark!
(Gail says that Hamish could certainly have taught me a thing or two about marking stuff....)